Essex Crash Involving Multiple Vehicles Leaves Injuries; Helicopter Response Activated
According to authorities, a multi-vehicle crash occurred Monday morning in Essex, prompting the response of the LifeStar helicopter ambulance service.
Emergency services were dispatched to the scene at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Route 9, where two sedans and a pickup truck were involved in the collision. Preliminary reports indicate that at least three individuals sustained serious injuries and were airlifted to nearby hospitals for treatment.
The crash resulted in significant traffic disruptions, with the eastbound lanes of Route 9 closed for several hours as emergency crews worked to clear the wreckage and assist the injured. Local police are conducting an investigation into the cause of the incident, and no further details regarding the specific conditions or circumstances of the collision have been released.
Witnesses reported a loud crash followed by the arrival of multiple emergency response units. The State Police are likely to release additional information as the investigation progresses.